Get Ready for the Great Restaurant Resurgence

4 Min Read By Izzy Kharasch

One advantage to my job is I get to personally see the state of the industry up close every week. In the past few weeks, I have been to Florida, Texas, Oklahoma, Arkansas, California, Minnesota, Wisconsin, Indiana, Michigan, Georgia and Arizona. Based on my first-hand knowledge of the industry nationally, here is my advice: Hold on tight! You are about to be busier than you have ever been.

Business Will Substantially Increase Over 2019In 2020, inside sales dropped as the pandemic locked down indoor dining. However, pickup orders, carryout orders and curbside service increased markedly. We now have all of the elements for a perfect storm.  Operations are reopening to 100-percent capacity, more and more people are getting vaccinated, mask requirements are going away, and the entire country is ready to go out to eat!

Lines are forming outside of restaurants with customers waiting to dine inside. Patios are likewise full and have waiting lines. All of this will bring your sales back…